Position: Sterile Processing Technician
Location: Hackensack, NJ
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM & 3:00 PM–11:30 PM | 5x8s | Weekends Required (No holidays/on-call)
Compensation:
Local Rate: Up to $33/hour
Travel Rate: Up to $37/hour
A leading healthcare facility in Hackensack, New Jersey is seeking experienced Sterile Processing Technicians for a 13-week contract. The technician will play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and surgical efficiency through the proper cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments and equipment.
Clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and reusable patient care equipment
Operate and monitor sterilizers (Steam, ETO, Sterrad, Steris); conduct and document biological and Bowie-Dick tests
Interpret chemical indicators and ensure accurate documentation of sterilization processes
Assemble case carts based on surgical schedules and surgeon preference cards
Communicate with OR staff regarding item shortages or instrument availability
Accurately use computerized instrument count sheets
Follow infection control protocols, wear PPE properly, and comply with hospital policy standards
High School Diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Central Processing course or at least 1 year of experience in sterile processing
National Certification (CRCST or CBSPD) is required
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs., push/pull up to 60 lbs., and stand for extended periods
Must be available for rotating shifts, every other weekend, and 3 out of 6 major holidays